Outsourcing stories - Page 7
The concept of the Division of Labour introduced by economics philosopher Adam Smith underpins the modern notion of outsourcing. This describes the allocation of specialist tasks to outside experts capable of doing the job better, while potentially reducing costs and allowing the contractor to focus on core business.
IT services are often outsourced to Managed Services Providers, but anything from data entry to server management can be outsourced to the wide range of specialists available today.
IT services are often outsourced to Managed Services Providers, but anything from data entry to server management can be outsourced to the wide range of specialists available today.
APAC as-a-Service industry sees boom while traditional sourcing market weakens
Wed, 2nd Nov 2016
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iaas
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outsourcing
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itaas
The Asia-Pacific as-a-Service industry is growing and has now surpassed traditional outsourcing levels for the very first time.
IBM named a leader in data center outsourcing
Thu, 4th Aug 2016
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ibm
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outsourcing
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data center outsourcing
IBM tops Gartner's Data Center Outsourcing and Infrastructure Utility Services report, proving its leadership in a changing industry.
'Strategic' hire for local channel fim Outsource
Mon, 20th Jun 2016
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it training
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ibm
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outsourcing
Outsource recruits former IBM manager Kit Craig as channel consulting director, expanding marketing and lead generation solutions.
Vendors eyeing up professional services as opportunities shift
Wed, 6th Apr 2016
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microsoft
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cloud services
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avaya
A new report says network infrastructure vendors are sacrificing deployment opportunities for the more lucrative professional services.
Vector launches Cloud Link offering for Kiwi enterprise
Mon, 8th Jun 2015
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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dc
Vector launches cloud link service to connect Kiwi enterprises to multiple data centres to access cloud applications.
Moa sees full-year loss similar to 2014's $5.8 mln, recovery in 2016
Tue, 17th Mar 2015
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nzx
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outsourcing
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shares
Moa Group forecasts a full-year loss similar to 2014's USD $5.8 million but expects 2016 recovery driven by cost-cutting and margin improvement.
Dimension Data stakes claim on NZ cloud market
Fri, 14th Nov 2014
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cloud services
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dimension data
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outsourcing
Dimension Data launches NZ's first enterprise-class cloud platform, promising aggressive market penetration and unique local support.
UXC Connect: Outsourcing versus offshoring...
Wed, 9th Jul 2014
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uc
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uxc connect
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contact centre
UXC Connect's Ian Poole discusses the fine line between outsourcing and offshoring ICT, urging businesses to weigh options for optimal ROI.
Kiwi based eCommerce company continues global growth
Tue, 15th Apr 2014
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cx
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martech
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outsourcing
Transaction Services Group (TSG) has acquired UK-based direct debit billing provider Harlands Group, expanding its international operations.
IT Outsourcing market set to reach $288bn
Tue, 23rd Jul 2013
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iaas
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ict
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outsourcing
The global IT outsourcing market is projected to hit USD $288bn in 2013, driven by hybrid IT strategies and cloud adoption, despite economic constraints.
Four things you didn’t know about SAS IT
Thu, 21st Feb 2013
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dr
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edge computing
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software development
SASIT, a legacy Kiwi IT provider founded in 1974, now specialises in cloud hosting and boasts influential partnerships and exceptional customer retention.
The new economy: Wiki your product development
Thu, 21st Feb 2013
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fintech
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financial systems
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xero
Fancy outsourcing product development because it’s difficult and expensive? Here’s a crazy idea: get your customers to do it for you. For free.
New Zealand's Enterprise Tech Summary: Week ending Sat 2nd Feb 2013
Sat, 2nd Feb 2013
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firewalls
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breach prevention
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personal computing devices
Another exciting week has wrapped up here at NZET, Here's a summary of the news stories that were biggest in NZ this week.
Watch cat videos all day. Earn megabucks & outsource. A cautionary tale to employers?
Tue, 22nd Jan 2013
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vpns
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facebook
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verizon
A US employee paid a fifth of his salary to have his job 'outsourced' in China whilst he sat in the office watching Cat videos on reddit.
Drawing the line: When not to outsource
Thu, 25th Oct 2012
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fujitsu
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outsourcing
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partners
In a global market, drawing the line on what ICT tasks to outsource is vital for operational success, says Jo Healey of Fujitsu NZ.
Considerations for outsourcing Business Analysis
Fri, 12th Oct 2012
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devops
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physical security
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apm
Outsourcing is probably one of the most debated topics within the software industry, read here for the pros and cons.
Outsource everything….at your peril
Wed, 3rd Oct 2012
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iaas
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software development
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outsourcing
Outsourcing may seem a silver bullet for efficiency, but it's a fine line between liberation and loss of critical control.
Web Hosting: Don’t bother doing it yourself
Wed, 26th Sep 2012
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web drive
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outsourcing
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service provider
Of all the IT centric services required by nearly every company in business today, web hosting is perhaps the one which best lends itself to outsourcing.
Five tips for choosing a telemarketing agency
Mon, 25th Jun 2012
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outsourcing
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telemarketing
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relationships
Outsourcing your telemarketing can save a bundle in staffing costs; so how do you select an agency that will work for you?.
IT outsourcing revenue under pressure: Gartner
Mon, 21st May 2012
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datacom
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outsourcing
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analyst report
NZ's IT outsourcing to see minimal growth due to fierce competition, says Gartner. Providers must innovate or stagnate, with growth set at just 1-1.5%.